It is structured into two main parts:

, Master of Subtle Performance: A member of both the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences and BAFTA, Brent Homman brings a complementary mastery of nuanced, emotional animation to the class. His career at Walt Disney Feature Animation included work on Bolt, Tangled, Wreck-It Ralph, Frozen 2, Raya and the Last Dragon , and Strange World . He served as Animation Supervisor on both the Oscar-winning Big Hero 6 and the Oscar-nominated Moana . He also served as Head of Animation on the Emmy-nominated Disney+ series Baymax! , a role that highlights his skill for creating genuine, heartwarming character performances. In his class segment, Brent focuses on the intricate art of animating realistic, appealing female characters, tackling one of the most challenging tasks in 3D animation.

is an 11-year veteran of Walt Disney Animation Studios, where he rose through the ranks to serve as the Head of Animation on the Oscar-winning Big Hero 6 . His filmography is a highlight reel of modern Disney magic, with credits including Tangled , Zootopia , Moana , Raya and the Last Dragon , and Frozen II . He has also directed two acclaimed short films, Puddles and the musical Us Again . He's known for being an exceptionally fast and skilled animator, with an amazing ability to clearly explain every step of his process. After his Disney tenure, he became an Animation Director at Netflix for the epic The Sea Beast .

Before a single frame is moved, an animator must master the single frame. This module covers the rules of . Parrish and Homman demonstrate how to inject "Disney appeal" into a character's posture, ensuring that even a stationary character tells a story. 2. The Blocking Pass (Phase 1 & 2)

Before you touch your next shot, write down ONE word. If your animation doesn’t scream that word, rework it.

If you are currently working on a demo reel or a specific animation shot, let me know:

Inside the AnimSquad Master Class with Disney’s Zach Parrish & Brent Homman: Next-Level Tips You Can’t Miss

Now go animate something that scares you a little.

: A great pose is only as good as its breakdown. How a character transitions out of a pose defines their texture, weight, and believability.

Both Zach and Brent kicked things off by tackling a question every animator struggles with: How clean should my work be?